pleases
- present tense form of please (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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This isn’t just teenage dramatics: Elephant seals don’t hunt or eat as they molt, so he’s hungry and tired and will sleep wherever he damn pleases.
From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2026
The ITC’s remedy recommendation hit Mr. Trump’s desk on May 18, and he has 60 days from that date to rule as he pleases.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 31, 2026
Hate is a virus that spreads how it pleases.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 6, 2026
"The industry won't be successful if the illicit market does as it pleases."
From BBC ● Jan. 26, 2026
“If it pleases the Queen’s Hand to recall, the Wise Masters hold our Hero too,” said Grey Worm.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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